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LA08 SKJ

2008 Honda Civic

Bronze Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

171,349 mi
Last recorded171,349 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 SKJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 171,349 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 157,694 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 143,807 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre box. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2022 129,881 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 115,783 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Dec 2021 115,552 miles

Central Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 105,553 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 93,724 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 77,016 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 62,342 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 57,663 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 52,391 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 44,534 miles

nearside front tyre close to legal limit

offside front brake pads low

Pass 26 Jul 2013 37,632 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 32,866 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 27,070 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Civic?

Based on 9,391,580 MOT tests across 693,715 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,044
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
693,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 307,913
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 187,316
Stop lamp not working 163,967
position lamp(s) not working 160,748
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132,914
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LA08 SKJ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Bronze with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 78,524 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 307,913 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA08 SKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Civic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA08 SKJ registered?

LA08 SKJ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is LA08 SKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 SKJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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